Sunflowers are the summer and fall flowers par excellence. Tall, bright, and handsome, they are the background to many a viral Instagram picture, and the centerpiece to the best summer and fall home décor.
You’ve probably only seen sunflowers in the form of giant fields of pumpkin patch decorations, and never considered to grow these beautiful flowers yourself. But it’s not only possible, it’s super doable!
Keep reading to learn all about sunflowers: how to grow them, how to harvest them, and even how to make your own sunflower seed oil!
Growing Sunflowers
First things first: get into the nitty gritty of planting and growing your own sunflowers. Learn which spots will give your flowers the greatest chance of success. Then, learn about how to pick your flowers once they come into bloom. You’ll have yourself a giant bouquet!
How to Plant Sunflowers
When to Plant Sunflowers
When to Harvest Sunflowers
Consuming and Using Sunflowers
If you thought sunflowers are only useful as main characters in your garden, you’re wrong! Learn all about sunflower seeds, how to dry the flower heads to make for gorgeous home décor, and even how to make your own sunflower oil as an alternative to olive oil.
Sunflower Varieties
Perhaps unsurprisingly, sunflowers come in all shapes and (large) sizes. Take a moment to browse through our many variety posts to figure out which is one is best suited to your sunflower wants.
American Giant Hybrid Sunflower
Autumn Beauty Sunflower
Big Smile Sunflower
Buttercream Sunflower
Cherry Rose Sunflower
Chocolate Cherry Sunflower
Chocolate Sunflower
Jade Sunflower
Joker Sunflower
Little Becka Sunflower
Mammoth Russian Sunflower
Mammoth Sunflower
Mongolian Giant Sunflower
Ring of Fire Sunflower
Ruby Eclipse Sunflower
Skyscraper Sunflower
Soraya Sunflower
Strawberry Blonde Sunflower
Teddy Bear Sunflower
Titan Sunflower
Velvet Queen Sunflower
Zohar Sunflower
Ready to see these beautiful giants in person? Then discover some of the most amazing sunflower fields open to visitors!
Grow Your Own Sunflowers
I hope you’ve found the right content to direct and inspire your sunflower growing aspirations. If you’re looking for more, check back often, because we’re always adding more content.
Perhaps now you’re even thinking about growing sunflowers in your pumpkin patch. If so, check out all you need to know about pumpkins.
And if now you’re in even more of a fall mood, then learn all about apples, too!
